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Retired General: No Immediate U.S. Military Action Against Iran

2/27/2026

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Retired General Frank McKenzie said he does not believe the United States will necessarily deploy military assets against Iran.
The United States has increased its military presence in the Middle East, featuring elite F-22 fighter jets and two carrier strike forces capable of sustained aerial attacks.
McKenzie discussed U.S.-Iran relations during an interview with CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan on "The Takeout."

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Retired General Frank McKenzie said he does not believe the United States will necessarily deploy military assets against Iran.
The United States has increased its military presence in the Middle East, featuring elite F-22 fighter jets and two carrier strike forces capable of sustained aerial attacks.
McKenzie discussed U.S.-Iran relations during an interview with CBS News chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan on "The Takeout."